1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 420 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 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 70 | Panda |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |