1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 219 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
