1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 471 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
