2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo. 1990 Holden Apollo 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. 1990 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
