2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 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, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
