1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Panda |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |