1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 2005 Vauxhall Agila (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Agila |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
