1995 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 248 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
