1973 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 156 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1973 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
