2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 259 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
