1994 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 1994 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Fiat Panda.
Because 1961 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Panda | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
