1957 Austin A135 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 A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A135 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
