2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 20 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
