2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 53 kg more than 1973 Audi 80.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Audi 80. 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, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | 80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
