2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |