2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 92 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 1966 Ford GT 40. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 125 L |
