1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 122 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
