2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1951 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1951 Ford Zephyr 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 1951 Ford Zephyr. 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 (255 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1951 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
