2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Fiat Punto.
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, 2002 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
