2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 175 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 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Panda | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |