2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Escort weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
