1999 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | P5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
