1968 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 83 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Escort | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 25 L |