1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
