1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 219 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1995 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
