2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 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, 1986 Ford Escort (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |
