1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Kingswood | Panda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
