1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | 411 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
