1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 1985 Fiat Panda and 1985 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Panda | 1985 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Astra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |