1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Capri | Panda |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |