1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
