1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 31 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 1125 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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 2006 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Cerato |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |