2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 751 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 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
