2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
