1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | GTO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 69 L |
