2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 244 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2300 mm |
