2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 1973 Lancia 2000. 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
