2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 300 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
