1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1977 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Fiat 1200 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
