1972 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Hit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
