2010 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 440 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 1999 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
