2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 288 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 1970 Riley 4 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 1970 Riley 4. 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, 1970 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Panda | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |