1970 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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, 1970 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Strada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
