1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 25 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |
