1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 754 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Ambassador | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
