2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1996 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
