1984 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lancia Flavia (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
