2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 410 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 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
