2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
