2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 3 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
