1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 930 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2003 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Escape |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |