2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 1946 Triumph Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
