2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
