1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 41 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 529 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.
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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Exeo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2642 mm |