1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 88 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Escort | Panda |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |