1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 545 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 Ypsilon, 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 Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 Ypsilon | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |