1946 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 295 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Fiat 500 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
