1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 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. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 39 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
