1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1974 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 294 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 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 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 500 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Escort |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |