2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Popular. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Popular |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2300 mm |
