1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Escort | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |