1987 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Panda | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
