1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
