2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley Kestrel. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Panda | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
