2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fiesta | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
