1956 Chrysler C vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1075 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | C | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
