1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 92 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 12 M. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 125 L |
