2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1992 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
