1957 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 40 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 233 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, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | CRX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
