1976 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
