2004 Holden Combo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Combo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Combo (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Combo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 Holden Combo (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Combo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
