1971 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Cortina | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | Delta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |