1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 204 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
