1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 835 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 750 | Panda |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |