1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
