1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | Panda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
