2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
