1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Ford Escape

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 43 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Coupe 2009 Ford Escape
Make Fiat Ford
Model Coupe Escape
Year Released 1966 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 2976 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6550 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1022 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 62 L


 

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