1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1000 | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |