1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mondeo | Panda |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |