1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Coronet | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
