1956 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 52 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fusion |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |