2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
