2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
