2006 Fiat Albea vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Albea | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |