1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |