2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
