1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 31 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1976 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
