2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Panda | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |