1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
