1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 95 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
