2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
