1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 36 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 1019 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, 2004 Kia Amanti, 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, 2004 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
