1986 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
