2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
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 | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |