1969 Seat 1430 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430.
Because 1969 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 1430 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | 1430 | Panda |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |