2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. 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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
