1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 23 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 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 455 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa, 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 Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
