2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 315 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 2002 Opel 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
