1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 41 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Delta weights approximately 600 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, 2009 Lancia Delta, 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Delta |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |