1979 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
