2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 1986 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 116 L |
