2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 39 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
