1994 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
