2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1979 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Cortina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |