1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
