2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3050 mm |