2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
