2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 174 kg more than 1970 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 1970 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | 1600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |