1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Cortina 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 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1974 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Cortina | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
