1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 873 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
