1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
