2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |