2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Panda | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
