1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Express |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 117 L |
