2006 Ford Escape vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 179 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
