1987 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Probe | Panda |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |