2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Panda | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
