1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
