2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 100 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 1985 Pontiac 1000 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 1985 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
