1956 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 56 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Escort weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
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, 2012 Citroen C1, 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, 2012 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escort | C1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 41 L |
