2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Fiat | Studebaker |
| Model | Panda | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
