2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
