1957 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 32 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 1,235 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 92 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra.
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, 1989 Nissan Micra, 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, 1989 Nissan Micra (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Micra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |