2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 635 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
