1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 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), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 272 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, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 900 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |