2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 640 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
