1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 700 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
