1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
