2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 549 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
