2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Panda | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
