1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Panda weights approximately 54 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 769 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
