1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Record |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
