1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 35 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Arosa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 70.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |