1956 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Escort weights approximately 22 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |