1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo

To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 34 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford Escort 2002 MCC ForTwo
Make Ford MCC
Model Escort ForTwo
Year Released 1968 2002
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1298 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 1810 mm