1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 1972 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Escape |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |