1966 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 78 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Consul | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
