1988 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
