2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 32 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 309 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.
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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
