1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 889 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Torino |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 87 L |
