2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 176 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 48 L |