1956 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 42 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 263 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 1998 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Capa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |