2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 69 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
