1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
