1975 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 294 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |