2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 80 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, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Panda | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |