1957 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1957 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 55.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 34 L |