1970 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 35 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 630 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Lybra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |