2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 1970 Maserati Indy. 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Panda | Indy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
