2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
