2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
