1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | Panda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
