2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
