1971 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 833 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | i40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
