1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Escort (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |