2005 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 1983 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1983 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
