2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 80 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
