2005 Ford Escape vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 394 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escape | Flavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |