2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 203 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 87 L |