2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 275 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Panda | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
