1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
