2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 371 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
