1964 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 183 kg more than 1964 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Consul | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Consul | Panda |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |