2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1979 Vauxhall Astra has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Vauxhall Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
