1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. 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 (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
