1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 125 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 125 | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |