1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 2300 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 1965 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1965 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 2300 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
