1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
