2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2220 mm |
