1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 X1-9 (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | X1-9 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
