1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 175 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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |