2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Panda | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |