2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 781 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. 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 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Panda | Horizon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |