2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
