1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 39 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 392 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |