2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |