1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
