1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 965 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Panda (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Panda weights approximately 281 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Fiat Panda (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
