1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Fellow | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
