1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | Delta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |