1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | Panda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |