1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 161 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 1971 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Fulvia | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
