2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tracer. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
