1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
