2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
