2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1993 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2930 mm |
