1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 27 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Delta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
