1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 283 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1959 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tipo | Escort |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |