1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Cutlass | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
