1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 302 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 1976 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
