1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 343 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Flaminia | Escape |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |