2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1981 Ford Cortina 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 1981 Ford Cortina. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1981 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
