1970 Audi Variant vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Variant | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
