1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | Panda |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |