1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 850 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |
