1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Escort |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |