1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 1995 Fiat Panda and 1995 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 803 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda.

Because 1995 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (386 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Fiat Panda 1995 Ford Mustang
Make Fiat Ford
Model Panda Mustang
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 769 cc 4947 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 0 HP
Torque 58 Nm 386 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1483 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2580 mm


 

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