1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1982 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. Both 1954 DKW Coupe and 1982 Fiat Panda are equipped with a 903 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Panda (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 184 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1982 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
