1957 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 42 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, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 143 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, 1999 Honda Z, 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, 1957 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
