1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 302 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lancia Delta, 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Delta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
