2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Panda | A 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |