1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Panda | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Insignia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2737 mm |