1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 7 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1994 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2220 mm |
