2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 69 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
