1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 33 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
