2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. 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 (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
