1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 192 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 125 | Escort |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |