1957 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Partner (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 463 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 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1999 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | Partner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
