1959 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 51 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 467 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Tiida |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |