2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
