1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Escort |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |