1957 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 49 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 663 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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
