1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
