1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Escort |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
