1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Ford Cortina
To start off, both 1980 Fiat Panda and 1980 Ford Cortina were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Cortina (59 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Cortina weights approximately 287 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat Panda | 1980 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Cortina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 770 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |