2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
