1957 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |