2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
