1959 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 283 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
