1968 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 1976 Audi Fox is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi Fox weights approximately 107 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.
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, 1976 Audi Fox, 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, 1976 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1976 Audi Fox | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | Fox |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |