2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
