2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 355 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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
