1964 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 445 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta, 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Cortina | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | Delta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |