1987 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 304 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Nova | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | Panda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
