1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. Both 1962 Fiat 1300 and 1980 Ford Escort are equipped with a 1,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 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 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
