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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 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 131 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
