Compare performance (70 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or Vauxhall Astra?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat Panda is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,143 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra offers significantly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers substantially more torque with 360 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 268 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Vauxhall Astra offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is visibly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 383 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers significantly more boot space – 422 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries noticeably more – 502 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
14,100 £
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
113 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,055 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Trunk capacity
225 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Length
3,635 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,643 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,551 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
870 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
365 kg
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
164 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
92 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
51 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Vauxhall
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