1971 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Escort | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Delta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |