1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1983 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1983 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
