1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
Because 1973 Fiat 125 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 1973 Fiat 125. 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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1994 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 125 | Escort |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 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 | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |