1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 1900 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
