1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
