2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Panda | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |