2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Ford Tracer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Tracer. 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, 1998 Ford Tracer (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1998 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
