1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 409 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.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
