1957 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 229 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 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
