2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Ford Probe
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 Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe 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 Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Probe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
