2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
