2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 373 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
