1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 910 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2930 mm |
