1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 MG 1100
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG 1100 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 MG 1100 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 MG 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1969 MG 1100 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1969 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Panda | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2380 mm |
