2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 350 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 28 L |
