2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma, 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
