1959 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2613 mm |
