1957 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 55 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, 2012 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 34 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, 2012 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1957 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Escort | Matiz |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |