1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 928 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | Panda |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |