1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 180 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, 2004 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
