1996 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escort | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
