1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 536 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 Zeta, 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 Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta 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 Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Cortina | Zeta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |