1981 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1983 Lancia Trevi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 191 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
