2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
