1985 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 2003 Lancia Fulvia 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 2003 Lancia Fulvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |