1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (85 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
