1957 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 908 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, 2009 Peugeot 607, 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 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 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 607 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 607 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |