1998 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea.
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, 2012 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Escort | Albea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |