1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 624 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Omega | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
