2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Ford Torino
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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 510 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 1976 Ford Torino. 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Torino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
