2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
