1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1960 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 127 L |
