2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 745 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
