1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 575 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |