1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape, 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, 2013 Ford Escape (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Fiat 600 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Escape |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |