1957 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is newer by 25 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, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 107 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
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, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso, 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, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | Turbo De Tomaso |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
