1990 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
