1978 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1958 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
