1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
