1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Cinquecento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cinquecento | Escort |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 897 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |