2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 9 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 145 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 | 861 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
