1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 87 L |
