2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 284 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Festiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |