1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 328 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Escape |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |