1957 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 414 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Escort |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |