1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1970 Lancia 2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000, 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | 2000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |