2010 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
