2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
