2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Festiva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2300 mm |