1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 396 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 150 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 | 744 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
