1958 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 48 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 218 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 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
