2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |