1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |