2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 351 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Optra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
