1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cabriolet | Escort |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |