1994 Ford Tracer vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 34 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1994 Ford Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Tracer | Panda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
