1957 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1987 Innocenti 990 is newer by 30 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, 1987 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Innocenti 990 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 1987 Innocenti 990.
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, 1987 Innocenti 990, 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, 1987 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1987 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1987 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | 990 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2050 mm |
