1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
