2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Skoda 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 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 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 1960 Skoda 1200. 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 (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
