2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 860 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
