1981 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Strada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2718 mm |
