1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1980 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Panda weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1980 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 35 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
