2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Fiorino | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |