1957 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 45 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 125 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, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | City |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |