1968 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 362 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
