1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 135 | Panda |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |