2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 415 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Viscount |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |