2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Escort (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
