1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
