2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 315 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
