1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 430 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 1974 Lancia 2000. 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, 1974 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
