2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2960 mm |
