1957 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 107 is newer by 52 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 107 (54 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 107.
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, 2009 Peugeot 107, 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, 2009 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2009 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 107 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
