1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Escort |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |