2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
