2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Riley 4 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Riley 4 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 1966 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1966 Riley 4 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
