1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Escort weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat 126 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Escort |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |