2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2005 Fiat Panda | 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |