1993 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Laser | Panda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
