1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2566 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 167 L |
