1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1619 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3490 mm |
