1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 998 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
