1971 Fiat 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
