1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
