1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
