2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
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 Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 600 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder. 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 Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Panda | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
