1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
