1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1972 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 77 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 | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
