2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Panda | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |