2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
