1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 239 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Brava | Escort |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |