1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 32 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon, 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 Ford Cortina (149 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
