1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 465 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
