2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 160 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 1981 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
