1958 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 52 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 308 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |