1970 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1978 Lancia Gamma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 521 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
