2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 913 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
