2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
