1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 415 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
