2010 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Optra and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 296 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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2010 Chevrolet Optra | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Optra | Panda |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |