1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1972 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Festiva | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
