2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
