2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 610 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 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |