1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 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.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cinquecento | Escort |
Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 897 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |