1957 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Swift 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
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 Suzuki Swift, 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 Suzuki Swift (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Swift |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3300 RPM |
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 | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |