1959 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 168 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Scoupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |