1977 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
