2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
