1997 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2212 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 768 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |
