2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Mustang. 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
