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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
