2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
