1989 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. 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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Capri | Panda |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |