1957 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 54 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 983 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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escort | C5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 71 L |
