1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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 Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
