2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
