1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 16 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Escort | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |