1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 55 | Panda |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |