1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 550 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 1996 Opel Vectra. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Vectra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |