2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 600. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
