1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
