1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 910 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Panda | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Panda | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |