2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Viva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
