2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 1.5 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 1.5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 1.5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. 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, 1957 Riley 1.5 (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 1.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Panda | 1.5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 31 L |