2005 Ford Escape vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 2005 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 56 L |
