1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
