1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 1979 Ford Taunus 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 1979 Ford Taunus. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Taunus | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 35 L |
