1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 1.5 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 1.5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1957 Riley 1.5 (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 1.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 1.5 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Riley | Fiat |
Model | 1.5 | Panda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |