1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 31 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 725 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | Thesis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |