1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 326 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Albea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
