2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 818 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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, 1970 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
