1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Escort |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |