1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 34 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
