2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
