2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 255 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 (260 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
