1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
