2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
