2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
