2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Capri |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |