1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1988 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1988 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Panda weights approximately 104 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1962 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1988 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
