2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Ford Granada
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 Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 456 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 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada 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 Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
