2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Mini MK IV
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Mini MK IV. 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 1980 Mini MK IV. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1980 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | MK IV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
