1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 515 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |
