1986 Fiat Argenta vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Fiat Argenta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Argenta (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Argenta | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Argenta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 31 L |
