2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 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 Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
