2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 32 L |
