1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 735 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 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
