2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
