2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina 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 22 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
