1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda 1000 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
