1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 25 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Idea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
