2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 69 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
