1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
