2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 805 kg |
| 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 |
