1973 ZIL 117 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1987 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 1973 ZIL 117. 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, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 ZIL 117 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | ZIL | Fiat |
| Model | 117 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2952 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
