2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 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 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
