2005 Citroen C6 vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6, 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, 2005 Citroen C6 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 1956 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2220 mm |
