1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 419 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 116 L |
