2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
