2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 132 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 | 945 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
