2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra 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 2000 Holden Astra. 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, 2000 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
