2006 Fiat Albea vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 221 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Albea | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
