1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 196 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1973 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 1973 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 (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
