1958 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1974 Renault Siete is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 1 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete, 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, 1974 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Siete |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2540 mm |
