1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Fellow | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
