2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
