1957 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 428 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |