1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1982 Fiat Panda and 1982 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda.
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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Nova |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |