1975 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Capri | Panda |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |