2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
