1970 Ford Escort vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 MCC ForTwo (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Escort | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1810 mm |
