1975 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 47 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Escort | Elba |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 20.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |