2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
