2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 488 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |