1958 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Lotus 16
To start off, both 1958 Ford Escort and 1958 Lotus 16 were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lotus 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lotus 16 (238 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lotus 16 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 267 kg more than 1958 Lotus 16.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1958 Lotus 16 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | 16 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |
