1997 Ford Tracer vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,321 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Ford Tracer.
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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Tracer | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Tracer | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1321 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
