1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Fiat Tempra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra, 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 Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
