1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
