1959 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 47 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 981 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, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 607 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
