1981 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
