2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 172 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 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
