2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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 (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
