2005 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
