2012 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 337 kg more than 1981 Lancia Gamma. 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
