1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 11 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 940 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 2002 Holden Frontera 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. 2002 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
