1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 550 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 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
