2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
