1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
