2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 167 kg more than 1966 Saab 96.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Saab 96. 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, 1966 Saab 96 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 96 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
