2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 277 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Contour. 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1996 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Contour |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |