1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 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, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1987 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Vivace | Escort |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |