2006 Ford Escape vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1090 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
