1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 1 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 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 201 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
