1990 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 518 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.
Because 1990 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
