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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri 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 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 (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 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 | 1251 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
