1985 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Strada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2718 mm |
