2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 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:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |