2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 898 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
