1958 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 45 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Altima weights approximately 473 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Nissan Altima, 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2003 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Altima |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 73 L |