2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |