2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
