1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1600 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1963 Fiat 1600 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 1963 Fiat 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1963 Fiat 1600 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
