1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2300 mm |
