2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1950 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 638 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1950 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
