2003 Opel Combo 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 Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 185 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 Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Combo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
