1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Berline | Panda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
