1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
