2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 96 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
