2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 158 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
