2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
