1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
