1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
