1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
