1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
