1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra, 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 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | Lybra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |