2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 440 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 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Panda | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
