2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 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 (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. 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 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |
