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, 2010 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. 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 1974 Ford Cortina. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
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 | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |