1957 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 39 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 508 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Kia Capital, 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Capital |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |