1968 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 45 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 312 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
