2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
