1989 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |