2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 893 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 37 L |
