2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 42 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
