1949 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Panda |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |