1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 989 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Escape |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |