2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
