1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 673 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
