1992 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Carlton | Panda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
