1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 486 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Flaminia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
