2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Panda | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
