1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 642 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fairlane | Panda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
