1995 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 183 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
