1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 500 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Fellow | Panda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |