2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
