1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 280 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 38 L |
