2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 GAZ 24. 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, 1971 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Panda | 24 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
