2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 1400. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | 1400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |