2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |