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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (72 HP). 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 155 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 4000 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 | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
