1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 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 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 158 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |
