1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
