1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Falcon | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
