1953 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 730 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 1953 Buick 40 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 1953 Buick 40. 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2310 mm |
