1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K, 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 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fairlane | K |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
