2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. 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, 1978 Ford Taunus (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1978 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Taunus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |