2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Escort weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
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 Saxo, 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 Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1956 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
