1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
