1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
