2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley 4. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Panda | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |