2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 196 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
