1984 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
