1968 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
Model | Escort | M530 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |