1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2008 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 114 L |
