1985 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 246 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1983 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
