1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1400 | Panda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |