2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |
