1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 425 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 Lancia Musa, 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 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Musa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |
