1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Escort | Panda |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |