2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford RS 200. 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1989 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Panda | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 116 L |