1993 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 896 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
