1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1997 Opel Tigra is newer by 6 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Tigra weights approximately 296 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 1997 Opel Tigra. 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, 1997 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1997 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
