2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
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, 1989 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Laser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
