2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1987 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
