1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
