2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| 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 | 78 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
