2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Panda | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
