2009 Ford Escape vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
