1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 770 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |
