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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 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 55 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |