2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
