2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 280 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 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
