1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2010 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | 6000 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
