2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1988 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
