2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 116 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.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
