1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Escape |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |