1998 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Hit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
