1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 38 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
