2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 541 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Contour. 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, 1995 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1995 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |