1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 22 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Consul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
