1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 399 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
