1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 116 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
