2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Holden Berlina

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Holden Berlina were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 710 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.

Because 2004 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Panda 2004 Holden Berlina
Make Fiat Holden
Model Panda Berlina
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1106 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm


 

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