1959 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 44 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Escort weights approximately 7 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
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, 2003 Subaru R2, 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, 1959 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | R2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |
